But, South Africa still lead the men’s Series standings with 111 points, ahead of Argentina on 105 and Australia on 100.The three contenders for the men’s HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series title faced setbacks on a thrilling opening day at the HSBC France Sevens as South Africa, Argentina and Australia suffered shock defeats, but women’s champions Australia showed no signs of slowing down in Toulouse. The full complement of 16 men’s and 12 women’s teams lined up for the first time at the Stade … [Read more...] about South Africa, Argentina and Australia are all beaten on day one of the HSBC France Sevens in Toulouse
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Gqeberha in the News – 21 May 2022
Mom and kids in hijack ordeal in Gqeberha – Algoa FM Algoa FM Police have arrested four suspects after a woman was hijacked in New Brighton in Gqeberha on Thursday night. Spokesperson, Captain Gerda Swart, … Unknown man found deceased in streets of Gqeberha – Algoa FM Algoa FM Gqeberha police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a man whose body was found in Lindsay Road in Korsten on Friday. Couple hauled up on plant smuggling charges – HeraldLIVE HeraldLIVE In what is … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News – 21 May 2022
Engen helps Bluff Athletics Club go the distance
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. The Bluff Athletics Club is set to stage their annual Vets 21km Race later this year after receiving support from Engen. According to Engen Third Party Sales Manager and chairman of the Bluff Athletics Club, Vee Maharaj the club is a non-profit organization whose only income is from membership fees. “We are extremely grateful to Engen, as without sponsorship we … [Read more...] about Engen helps Bluff Athletics Club go the distance
A State of the Water Report by Our Weather Guru
Weather Guru Garth Sampson puts the recent rainfall in perspective saying that the rainfall models were spot on this time with 20-30 mm plus in places.Rainfall Figures: Avontuur 20 mm, De Hoop Uniondale (Bo Kouga) 18mm and Joubertina 29 mm all flow to Kouga Dam. Kareedouw 24 mm goes to Churchill, then Impofu if it overflows. Willowmore 15 mm and Cambria (25 mm till 8pm last night) is an indication of what is happening in Baviaans, part of which flows into Kouga. Stuurmans 32mm is in the heart … [Read more...] about A State of the Water Report by Our Weather Guru
Gqeberha in the News – 20 May 2022
Something else from MyGqeberhaOpen your WordPress dashboard and go to Appearance / Themes. You can’t remove an ACTIVE theme, so first activate a different theme which will enable you to delete a theme – activating the default WordPress theme, Twenty Fourteen, is fine. THEN Click the deactivated theme to see it’s details and click the Delete button in the right bottom corner of it. Go On - Share the Gqeberha Love! Post Views: 0 Gqeberha's Latest News and Events can be accessed on … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News – 20 May 2022
Fifth wave arrives but still no pay for Covid contract workers
Dear EditorAlmost a full two months after the contracts of thousands of healthcare workers were extended to assist in the continued vaccine rollout and manage the fifth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, they remain unpaid by the Department of Health. This non-payment of critical staff has been blamed on glitches in the PERSAL system and poor connectivity. This is utter nonsense as all other employees were paid by the same PERSAL system. Affected workers were promised in writing that they would be … [Read more...] about Fifth wave arrives but still no pay for Covid contract workers
R972 million set aside for Sizwe Africa, as court case drags on
Dear Editor Close to a billion rand has been set aside to cover potential costs for the controversial Sizwe Africa lease agreement for computer tablets for grade 12 learners that have been gathering dust at schools since the beginning of last year. A recent Education Portfolio Committee meeting revealed that the Department had been forced to raise a contingent liability in excess of R972,7million to cover the contract, despite the initial cost being R538 million. While this fiasco continues to … [Read more...] about R972 million set aside for Sizwe Africa, as court case drags on
The Benefits of Having a Parkhome Site Office
Bryanston, May, 19, 2022, Transportable Parkhome Offices: The terms container and parkhome offices are used interchangeably at Bolt Modular, essentially referring to the same product in their product range range.When compared to typical construction techniques, parkhome offices are transportable container offices that provide various cost-effective and logistical benefits. The Bolt Modular portable structures feature a unique sturdy steel frame, one of the finest insulation systems in Southern … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Having a Parkhome Site Office
What are the real reasons for the cancellation of SANRAL projects worth R17 billion?
Dear EditorThe DA has written to the acting CEO of SANRAL, Lehlohonolo Memeza, to demand the reasons for the cancellation of road projects due to begin shortly in various locations including KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. These contracts, worth over R17 billion, were awarded to effect essential work on the Mtentu River Bridge (R3.4 billion), The EB Cloete N3 interchange in Durban (R4.3 billion), the N3 Ashburton interchange in Pietermaritzburg (R1.8 billion) and the R56 in Matatiele, … [Read more...] about What are the real reasons for the cancellation of SANRAL projects worth R17 billion?
Wales squad for South African Test Series
Wales men’s head coach Wayne Pivac has named a 33-player squad for the three-Test Series in South Africa this July – the national squad’s first visit to the country since 2014.George North and Dan Lydiate return for international duty after extended periods out with injury. Ospreys’ teammate Sam Parry will join them in camp with Wales. Scarlets duo Johnny Williams and Rhys Patchell are also named. There are two uncapped players: Cardiff Rugby’s James Ratti is called up after featuring in the … [Read more...] about Wales squad for South African Test Series
Motorists may soon do driver’s license eye tests at optometrist of their choice
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula says the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is finalising an agreement with the Health Professions Council of South Africa that would enable motorists applying for or renewing their driver’s license cards, to do their eye tests at an optometrist of their choosing.The Minister said this was part of several interventions aimed at improving the quality of service delivery at a Driving Licence Testing Centres (DLTC). He said this when he tabled the … [Read more...] about Motorists may soon do driver’s license eye tests at optometrist of their choice
The Gqeberha Flag vs the Nathi Flag – What a bunch of Idiots on Social Media!
The latest harebrained scheme by our Minister Nathi Mthethwa to erect a R22 Million flag has elicited a lot of responses by the chattering classes.One post has gained a lot of traction with many Retweets, Likes and Shares. You know the one that I am talking about – the one that says that the Donkin Reserve Flag cost R75 000.00. SO – this time – the bunch of idiots are NOT our politicians but the brain dead calculator-less slacktivists who didn’t stop to think that a 60 metre flagpole and flag … [Read more...] about The Gqeberha Flag vs the Nathi Flag – What a bunch of Idiots on Social Media!
Gqeberha car winner doubts whether it is ‘for real’
Gqeberha resident Sandra Schmidt was filled with disbelief when told that she had won a Hyundai Atos, courtesy of the Kelston Motor Group, in a win-a-car competition. Photo: Full Stop CommunicationsGqeberha resident Sandra Schmidt, who unexpectedly won a brand-new vehicle, believes the Lord works in mysterious ways. “He doesn’t always give you what you want; he gives you what you need,” she said, still fighting an overwhelming sense of disbelief after being gifted a Hyundai Atos recently. As it … [Read more...] about Gqeberha car winner doubts whether it is ‘for real’
Working towards the future in France
The Springbok Women’s Sevens rugby journey in 2022 makes a brief stop at the HSBC France Sevens in Toulouse this weekend, but for team captain, Sizophila Solontsi, it will be an important stop in their ultimate season.South Africa will play as one of the invitational teams at this event (alongside Scotland) against the top 10 teams in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, and come 10h36 on Friday morning, they will face the best of them all in Australia, who have already won this year’s World … [Read more...] about Working towards the future in France
Gqeberha in the News – 19 May 2022
Ipid probing death of alleged gang member in shootout with Gqeberha police – EWN EWN Ipid probing death of alleged gang member in shootout with Gqeberha police. The incident happened on Monday night while officers were following up … Gqeberha to host first leg of SPAR Grand Prix Series | News24 News24 Gqeberha runner and SPAR Women’s Challenge ambassador, Ntombesintu Mfunzi, poses with the painting done to promote the #IRise slogan of the SPAR … African J&J COVID vaccine orders … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News – 19 May 2022
